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    20 Best UX Portfolio Website Builders for Designers— Updated 2026

    Explore the top UX portfolio builders for junior designers. Dive into tools like Webflow, Framer, Behance, Squarespace, UXFolio, and Notion to discover why each platform stands out in the UX design world.

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    10 Must-Read UX Design Books — Updated 2026

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    How To Become A UX Designer (Ultimate Guide) — Updated 2026How To Become A UX Designer (Ultimate Guide) — Updated 2026
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    How To Become A UX Designer (Ultimate Guide) — Updated 2026

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    Stop Applying to the Wrong UX Jobs: A Research System That Actually WorksStop Applying to the Wrong UX Jobs: A Research System That Actually Works
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    Stop Applying to the Wrong UX Jobs: A Research System That Actually Works

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    2025 Wrapped: The Year I Didn’t Scale2025 Wrapped: The Year I Didn’t Scale
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    2025 Wrapped: The Year I Didn’t Scale

    What happens when you choose movement over momentum? I spent 3 months traveling instead of scaling my business.

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    End-of-Year Reflection Questions for Designers Who Live in Complexity

    Trade the perfect year-end recap for something quieter: closure. 15 questions to help designers identify open loops and decide what stays.

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    Is UI Dead? How AI Changes Interface DesignIs UI Dead? How AI Changes Interface Design
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    Is UI Dead? How AI Changes Interface Design

    Naval says "UI is pre-AI." Is he right? Find out when AI makes UI less important and when high-craft design becomes your only moat.

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    Inside Spotify Wrapped 2025: Data, Culture, and Emotional DesignInside Spotify Wrapped 2025: Data, Culture, and Emotional Design
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    Inside Spotify Wrapped 2025: Data, Culture, and Emotional Design

    From machine learning to nostalgia, this piece breaks down why Spotify Wrapped dominates every December and how the 2025 edition refined what fans felt was broken last year.

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    How To Design With Mindfulness

    When you're anxious, your design critiques turn defensive. When you're burnt out, creativity disappears. Let’s dive into 4 mindfulness practices that fix this.

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    What To Do When Your UX Manager Doesn’t Support YouWhat To Do When Your UX Manager Doesn’t Support You
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    What To Do When Your UX Manager Doesn’t Support You

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    How to Survive (and Thrive) Under a UX MicromanagerHow to Survive (and Thrive) Under a UX Micromanager
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    How to Survive (and Thrive) Under a UX Micromanager

    Micromanagement is the #1 killer of UX designer careers. Discover 4 signs your UX manager is controlling you and 5 ways to take back control.

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    When UX Designers Quit: What Great Managers Do NextWhen UX Designers Quit: What Great Managers Do Next
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    When UX Designers Quit: What Great Managers Do Next

    Every UX designer’s exit reveals something about the team. Learn how UX managers can handle resignations gracefully and reflect deeply.

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    Brain Rot in the Age of AI: What Every UX Designer Needs to KnowBrain Rot in the Age of AI: What Every UX Designer Needs to Know
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    Brain Rot in the Age of AI: What Every UX Designer Needs to Know

    What happens when UX designers consume too much low-quality content? Brain rot. Learn how to protect your mind, creativity, and career.

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    How I made 6-figures a year as a designpreneur How I made 6-figures a year as a designpreneur
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    How I made 6-figures a year as a designpreneur

    Solo UX designers making 6-figures aren't lucky, they're systematic. Learn the exact blueprint for building profitable design businesses without agencies.

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    10 UX Fundamentals To Beat AI10 UX Fundamentals To Beat AI
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    10 UX Fundamentals To Beat AI

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    Leading with Empathy: Why It’s the Most Underrated Skill in Leadership

    Master empathetic leadership for UX teams. Reduce turnover, boost creativity, and create better user experiences.

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    How to Write UX Cover Letter That Get You Interviews in 2026How to Write UX Cover Letter That Get You Interviews in 2026
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    How to Write UX Cover Letter That Get You Interviews in 2026

    Most UX designer’s cover letters suck. Learn what hiring managers actually read, 5 mistakes killing your application, and see real examples that landed jobs.

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    What Joe Gebbia’s New Role Means for Designers EverywhereWhat Joe Gebbia’s New Role Means for Designers Everywhere
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    What Joe Gebbia’s New Role Means for Designers Everywhere

    Joe Gebbia becomes America's first Chief Design Officer. Why are UX designers both thrilled and terrified? The 18F backstory explains everything.

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    I Killed My Design Agency in 30 Days (And How I'd Reboot It)I Killed My Design Agency in 30 Days (And How I'd Reboot It)
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    I Killed My Design Agency in 30 Days (And How I'd Reboot It)

    I launched a design agency with big dreams and a slick site. It died in 90 days. Here's the no-BS playbook I wish I had from day one.

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    Doomscrolling Recovery: Reclaim 21 Hours Weekly

    Learn how to stop doomscrolling and get back 3 hours daily. Simple steps to break the scroll addiction and reclaim your time.

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    UX Design Meets Dating: 8 Tips That “Might” Work

    Learn what dating and UX design have in common. 8 witty lessons for UX designers that improve both your design work and love life.

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    10 Creative Exercises for Design Teams That Actually Work10 Creative Exercises for Design Teams That Actually Work
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    10 Creative Exercises for Design Teams That Actually Work

    Transform your design team with these 10 proven creative exercises. Build trust, unlock imagination, and end creative burnout.

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    How to Build a UX Career Roadmap As UX Designer | 2026 Guide

    Want to grow as a UX designer? Follow this 6-step UX career roadmap to find clarity, set goals, and design your ideal career path.

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    4 Dead-Simple Steps to Generate UX Ideas in 30 Minutes

    Stop wasting brainstorm sessions. Generate breakthrough UX concepts in 30 minutes with this simple framework.

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    4 UX Portfolio Mistakes That Kill Your Career (2026)

    Your UX portfolio is costing you jobs. Learn the 4 biggest mistakes beginner UX designers make in their portfolios and get actionable fixes that actually work.

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    Corporate Design Theater: Why UX Teams Speak in Code (And How It's Killing Good Design)

    Stop the design theater. The lies we tell. The nonsense we mean. Here's what UX teams really say under all that corporate speak.

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    Questions and Frameworks for UX Career Growth

    UX career stuck? Stop chasing Senior Designer titles. Discover the questions and frameworks that drive real, sustainable design career growth.

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    Figma IPO Analysis: What the $1.2B Tech Cash-Out Means

    Inside Figma's blockbuster IPO: How a design tool company's unusual public offering signals major changes in tech startup exits.

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    How to Choose the Right Projects to Get HiredHow to Choose the Right Projects to Get Hired
    Talia HartwellTalia Hartwell

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    How to Choose the Right Projects to Get Hired

    Most UX portfolios fail because designers showcase the wrong projects. Learn the 4 golden rules for choosing portfolio projects that get you hired.

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    10 of the Worst Toxic Boss Traits10 of the Worst Toxic Boss Traits
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    10 of the Worst Toxic Boss Traits

    Bad managers cost companies talent and productivity. Here are 10 toxic boss behaviors that create hostile work environments and how to identify them.

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    12 Things To Show in Your UX Portfolio (Instead of Saying Them)12 Things To Show in Your UX Portfolio (Instead of Saying Them)
    Talia HartwellTalia Hartwell

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    12 Things To Show in Your UX Portfolio (Instead of Saying Them)

    Most UX designers sound the same. This guide helps you craft a unique, evidence-first portfolio that actually gets noticed.

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    UX Design Process: 7-Step Blueprint That Actually Work.UX Design Process: 7-Step Blueprint That Actually Work.
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    UX Design Process: 7-Step Blueprint That Actually Work.

    Stop designing in chaos. This UX process guide shows you how to build better products with a proven methodology.

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    UX Portfolio: 5 Mistakes to Avoid and 4 Solutions to Fix ThemUX Portfolio: 5 Mistakes to Avoid and 4 Solutions to Fix Them
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    UX Portfolio: 5 Mistakes to Avoid and 4 Solutions to Fix Them

    Discover the 5 biggest UX portfolio mistakes holding you back and learn 4 actionable steps to land your dream role as a designer.

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    The Death of Accountability: Why No One Owns Their Mistakes AnymoreThe Death of Accountability: Why No One Owns Their Mistakes Anymore
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    The Death of Accountability: Why No One Owns Their Mistakes Anymore

    Teams without accountability fail. Discover practical steps to build responsibility into your workplace and improve project outcomes.

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    UX Research Methods: A Comprehensive GuideUX Research Methods: A Comprehensive Guide
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    UX Research Methods: A Comprehensive Guide

    Master UX research methods that prevent design failures. Complete guide with qualitative, quantitative techniques, tools, and real examples.

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    5 UX Design Frameworks Every Designer Should Master in 20265 UX Design Frameworks Every Designer Should Master in 2026
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    5 UX Design Frameworks Every Designer Should Master in 2026

    Master 5 essential UX design frameworks. Learn when to use Design Thinking, Lean UX, and Design Sprints.

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    UX Portfolio Guide: How Senior Designers Get Hired in 2026UX Portfolio Guide: How Senior Designers Get Hired in 2026
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    UX Portfolio Guide: How Senior Designers Get Hired in 2026

    Your UX portfolio has 10 seconds to impress. Learn the 5 elements that make senior portfolios stand out and land interviews.

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    10 Grim Truths Designers Need to Hear in 202610 Grim Truths Designers Need to Hear in 2026
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    10 Grim Truths Designers Need to Hear in 2026

    UX design jobs are vanishing fast. Find out what's really happening to design careers in 2026.

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    Stop Buying Perks, Start Fixing These 8 Team ProblemsStop Buying Perks, Start Fixing These 8 Team Problems
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    Stop Buying Perks, Start Fixing These 8 Team Problems

    Beer taps and ping pong tables won't save your design team. Discover the 8 fundamental issues killing morale and practical solutions that work.

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    Job Search Before You Need To: A Designer's Recession PlaybookJob Search Before You Need To: A Designer's Recession Playbook
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    Job Search Before You Need To: A Designer's Recession Playbook

    The UX market is brutal, but waiting to job hunt until after layoffs is too late. Learn how to build a portfolio that converts and send outreach that actually gets responses.

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    How I Switched from Marketing to UX (5 Hard-Learned Lessons)How I Switched from Marketing to UX (5 Hard-Learned Lessons)
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    How I Switched from Marketing to UX (5 Hard-Learned Lessons)

    Thinking about switching from marketing to UX? Learn from my expensive mistakes. 5 brutal realizations that cost me $50K but changed everything.

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    50+ Journal Prompts That Calm Your Design Creative Storm50+ Journal Prompts That Calm Your Design Creative Storm
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    50+ Journal Prompts That Calm Your Design Creative Storm

    Struggling with creative blocks? Try these 50+ journal prompts for UX designers. Quick, fun writing exercises to boost your design thinking and mental clarity.

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    7 Traps That Are Quietly Killing Your Design Career7 Traps That Are Quietly Killing Your Design Career
    Talia HartwellTalia Hartwell

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    7 Traps That Are Quietly Killing Your Design Career

    97% of UX designers fall into these career-killing traps. Master the 7 mindset shifts that separate successful designers from the struggling majority.

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    Goodbye UX? Shopify Just Killed the Title.Goodbye UX? Shopify Just Killed the Title.
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    Goodbye UX? Shopify Just Killed the Title.

    Shopify’s decision to ditch UX and Content Designer titles is sparking chaos and conversation. Is it simplification or devaluation? We break it down.

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    6 UX Portfolio Rules That Actually Get You Hired in 20266 UX Portfolio Rules That Actually Get You Hired in 2026
    Talia HartwellTalia Hartwell

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    6 UX Portfolio Rules That Actually Get You Hired in 2026

    UX portfolio not getting results? Follow these 6 strategic rules used by hired designers. From positioning to metrics, practical tips that work.

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    UX Designer Job Hunting: How to Avoid Burnout Without Losing Your MindUX Designer Job Hunting: How to Avoid Burnout Without Losing Your Mind
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    UX Designer Job Hunting: How to Avoid Burnout Without Losing Your Mind

    Job hunting as a designer is brutal. Discover how to protect your mental health, stay organized, and keep your confidence intact during your UX job search.

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    9 Ways UX Designers Can Manage Up Effectively9 Ways UX Designers Can Manage Up Effectively
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    9 Ways UX Designers Can Manage Up Effectively

    Managing up is your secret UX career skill. Learn these 9 ways to align with your design manager and thrive at work.

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    Cracking the UX Hiring Process: How to Stand Out and Land the JobCracking the UX Hiring Process: How to Stand Out and Land the Job
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    Cracking the UX Hiring Process: How to Stand Out and Land the Job

    A practical breakdown of the UX hiring process, with insider tips on standing out and making a lasting impression.

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    The UX Manager's Guide to Beating Impostor SyndromeThe UX Manager's Guide to Beating Impostor Syndrome
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    The UX Manager's Guide to Beating Impostor Syndrome

    Stop second-guessing yourself as a new UX manager. Learn practical tactics to overcome imposter syndrome and build lasting leadership confidence.

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    From Graphic Design to UX: The Honest Transition GuideFrom Graphic Design to UX: The Honest Transition Guide
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    From Graphic Design to UX: The Honest Transition Guide

    Ready to switch from graphic design to UX? This guide covers what no one tells you about the transition, with actionable steps to build your UX skills and portfolio.

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    Business vs Design: How to Bridge the Gap (2026 Guide)Business vs Design: How to Bridge the Gap (2026 Guide)
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    Business vs Design: How to Bridge the Gap (2026 Guide)

    Design manager stuck between business and design teams? Learn 10 ways for better collaboration that boost careers and ship better products.

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    The Introvert Advantage: Hiring Beyond the Loudest Voice in the RoomThe Introvert Advantage: Hiring Beyond the Loudest Voice in the Room
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    The Introvert Advantage: Hiring Beyond the Loudest Voice in the Room

    Rethink your hiring process to include introverted candidates who bring deep thinking and thoughtful leadership to your team.

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    How Junior UX Designers Can Grow: 4-Step Framework That Actually WorksHow Junior UX Designers Can Grow: 4-Step Framework That Actually Works
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    How Junior UX Designers Can Grow: 4-Step Framework That Actually Works

    Junior UX designer career advice: 4 proven steps to grow with clarity and confidence. Transform from surviving the industry to thriving in your design career.

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    Figma Just Went Full Thanos On The Design WorldFigma Just Went Full Thanos On The Design World
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    Figma Just Went Full Thanos On The Design World

    Figma just doubled its product lineup at Config 2025, including Sites, Draw, Buzz and Make. Learn how these tools might reshape design workflows and what it means for competitors like Adobe, Framer, Canva.

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    How to Actually Stand Out as a UX Designer (Without the BS)How to Actually Stand Out as a UX Designer (Without the BS)
    Talia HartwellTalia Hartwell

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    How to Actually Stand Out as a UX Designer (Without the BS)

    Stop trying to impress other designers. Start impressing hiring managers. 5 real tactics inside for UX designers who want to be indispensable, not just different.

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    Why Great UX Designers Read Beyond Design Content (And What They Study Instead)Why Great UX Designers Read Beyond Design Content (And What They Study Instead)
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    Why Great UX Designers Read Beyond Design Content (And What They Study Instead)

    The best UX designers don't just study design. Explore the non-design content that transforms good designers into exceptional ones.

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    How to Design Portfolio Homepages That Land You Job in 2026How to Design Portfolio Homepages That Land You Job in 2026
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    How to Design Portfolio Homepages That Land You Job in 2026

    Senior UX designers with killer case studies are getting ghosted because their homepage sucks. Learn the 6-element formula that converts visitors into interviews in 2026.

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    How to Make a Career Pivot Without Wrecking Your FinancesHow to Make a Career Pivot Without Wrecking Your Finances
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    How to Make a Career Pivot Without Wrecking Your Finances

    Dreaming of a career change but worried about money? Discover practical steps to pivot careers while maintaining financial stability.

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    The 6-Step Framework to Build Your UX Design Personal BrandThe 6-Step Framework to Build Your UX Design Personal Brand
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    The 6-Step Framework to Build Your UX Design Personal Brand

    Technical UX skills get you considered, but a personal brand gets you remembered. Follow this 6-step framework to build your design career insurance policy.

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    Storytelling for UX Designers: How to Make Stakeholders Actually CareStorytelling for UX Designers: How to Make Stakeholders Actually Care
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    Storytelling for UX Designers: How to Make Stakeholders Actually Care

    Discover how storytelling can transform your UX design, captivate your audience, and create engaging experiences. Learn actionable insights and best practices in this comprehensive guide.

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    How to Write UX Resume That Get You Interviews — Updated 2026How to Write UX Resume That Get You Interviews — Updated 2026
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    How to Write UX Resume That Get You Interviews — Updated 2026

    Discover why most UX resumes fail and how to fix yours. Learn what to avoid, what to include, and how to bypass ATS systems with our proven formula for creating impactful UX resumes that get interviews.

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    What The White Lotus Season 3 Teaches UX Designers About Surviving TechWhat The White Lotus Season 3 Teaches UX Designers About Surviving Tech
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    What The White Lotus Season 3 Teaches UX Designers About Surviving Tech

    Feel like your UX career resembles a White Lotus meltdown? Learn practical career lessons from Season 3 that every designer needs to survive tech industry chaos.

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    9 Non-Design Skills Every UX Designer Needs to Master in 20269 Non-Design Skills Every UX Designer Needs to Master in 2026
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    9 Non-Design Skills Every UX Designer Needs to Master in 2026

    Great design skills aren't enough anymore. Learn the 9 essential non-design skills every UX designers needs to master to drive business impact and advance their career.

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    Is ChatGPT 4o Replacing Designers? Is ChatGPT 4o Replacing Designers?
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    Is ChatGPT 4o Replacing Designers?

    Explore how AI is shaping creative fields like UX design. Learn practical strategies to adapt and thrive alongside AI tools like ChatGPT 4o.

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    12 Things No One Tells You About Design Systems12 Things No One Tells You About Design Systems
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    12 Things No One Tells You About Design Systems

    Thinking of building a design system? Read these 12 uncomfortable truths first. Real insights from design leaders on what actually makes systems successful.

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    How to Take Feedback Without Losing Your MindHow to Take Feedback Without Losing Your Mind
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    How to Take Feedback Without Losing Your Mind

    Learn how to take design feedback like a pro without letting your ego get in the way.

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    6 Tips You Need to Get Promoted as a UX Designer in 20266 Tips You Need to Get Promoted as a UX Designer in 2026
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    6 Tips You Need to Get Promoted as a UX Designer in 2026

    Mastering Figma won’t get you promoted. Learn the 6 non-design skills that actually make the difference between stuck and senior.

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    The Death of Dribbble: Why Designers Abandoned Their Favorite PlatformThe Death of Dribbble: Why Designers Abandoned Their Favorite Platform
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    The Death of Dribbble: Why Designers Abandoned Their Favorite Platform

    Dribbble was once the heart of the design world. Discover why this iconic platform declined, where designers went instead, and what it means for the future of UX design.

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    How to Master Product Design in 2026How to Master Product Design in 2026
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    How to Master Product Design in 2026

    Why organizations prefer product designers? What skills you need to transition from UX? And how to build the influence in your organization?

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    Duolingo Renamed UX to "Product Experience": Why This Matters for DesignersDuolingo Renamed UX to "Product Experience": Why This Matters for Designers
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    Duolingo Renamed UX to "Product Experience": Why This Matters for Designers

    Is "UX" becoming outdated? Duolingo thinks so. Discover why they switched to "Product Experience" and how designers are reacting to this shift.

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    How Mental Health Affects Your UX Career: Warning Signs & Solutions

    Discover how mental health impacts your UX work with our practical 7-strategy guide. Plus: Take our self-assessment to check your burnout risk level.

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    How to Defend Your Design Like a Boss (Without Sounding Like a Jerk)How to Defend Your Design Like a Boss (Without Sounding Like a Jerk)
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    How to Defend Your Design Like a Boss (Without Sounding Like a Jerk)

    Learn how to articulate and justify your design choices with these 20 practical tips tailored for UX designers facing stakeholder challenges.

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    From Designer to Leader: 4 Moves to Lead Your Team Like a Pro

    Your design skills are sharp, but leadership skills? Not so much. Time to sharpen them with 4 easy tweaks that’ll make you a design leadership pro.

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    How UX Leaders Bounce Back From Bad CallsHow UX Leaders Bounce Back From Bad Calls
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    How UX Leaders Bounce Back From Bad Calls

    The best UX leaders don’t avoid mistakes. They learn from them. Here’s how to move on from a bad decision with confidence and turn it into a leadership lesson.

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    Freelancing 101 (Part 2): 9 Lessons on Operations and Communication

    Discover 9 important operations and communication lessons from industry pros to succeed as a UX design freelancer. Learn how to scale your business and manage clients.

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    How to Tell a Story in Your UX Case Study

    Learn how to turn your UX case studies into engaging stories that resonate with your audience. Discover practical tips, real-life examples, and a step-by-step approach for UX designers.

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    Freelancing 101 (Part 1): 13 Lessons on Pricing and Client Acquisition

    Thinking of going freelance in design? Learn from those who’ve been there—13 essential lessons on pricing your work and finding clients who actually pay what you’re worth.

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    The No-BS Guide to UX Design Process — Updated 2026The No-BS Guide to UX Design Process — Updated 2026
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    The No-BS Guide to UX Design Process — Updated 2026

    Discover why your 'messy' UX design process might be exactly what you need. Learn essential steps for effective design without getting caught in perfectionism paralysis.

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    11 Psychology Hacks to Make Your UX Portfolio Stand Out11 Psychology Hacks to Make Your UX Portfolio Stand Out
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    11 Psychology Hacks to Make Your UX Portfolio Stand Out

    Stop making common UX portfolio mistakes! Use these 11 psychology-backed principles to create a portfolio that actually makes an impression.

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    Researching Companies for UX Interviews: A Step-by-Step GuideResearching Companies for UX Interviews: A Step-by-Step Guide
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    Researching Companies for UX Interviews: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Stop skimming websites. Learn 7 actionable ways to research companies for your next job interview and stand out as the candidate they can’t ignore.

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    Remote UX design: From Zoom doom to creative boomRemote UX design: From Zoom doom to creative boom
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